Vice President Plant Operations

**Job Description:** As a Vice President of Plant Operations at our company based in Pune, you will be responsible for overseeing plant operations, managing budgets, and ensuring high levels of operational efficiency to meet production goals. Your role will involve strategic planning, profit and loss (P&L) management, driving customer satisfaction, and coordinating cross-functional projects to align with organizational objectives. Additionally, you will optimize processes, implement continuous improvement initiatives, and manage a large team of engineers and workmen across three shifts. **Key Responsibilities:** - Oversee plant operations and manage budgets effectively - Drive customer satisfaction and maintain high-quality standards - Develop and implement strategic plans to align operational strategies with organizational goals - Coordinate cross-functional projects and meet deadlines - Optimize processes and implement initiatives for continuous improvement - Manage a team of over 50 qualified engineers and 200 workmen in three shifts - Ensure operational efficiency and high levels of cost and quality consciousness - Focus on both top and bottom lines for successful plant operations **Qualifications Required:** - Strong expertise in Operations Management, including process optimization and resource allocation - Proven experience in P&L Management and effective budget development - Exceptional skills in Customer Service to meet stakeholder expectations - Proficiency in Strategic Planning to align operational strategies with organizational goals - Experience in Project Management and coordinating cross-functional teams - Outstanding leadership and interpersonal skills to inspire diverse teams - Engineering degree required, advanced degree like MBA is advantageous - Minimum of 20 years machine shop experience with 3 to 5 years in a senior management position - Familiarity with industry best practices and trends in plant operations is a plus (Note: The additional company details were not included in the provided job description.),